Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oranensis
ID:
17202

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter & M.V.Agab.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 35(2): 228 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016531



Common Names

  • Oranensis Centaurea
  • Oran Centaurea
  • Oran Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea acaulis boissieri Maire [unknown]

Description

Centaurea oranensis (also called Oran Centaury, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North Africa and the Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head with yellow ray florets and a dark purple center. It grows in dry, rocky soils in scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea oranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating stomach ailments and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea oranensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea oranensis is a perennial plant that is native to North Africa. It can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and the plants will flower in the summer. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize the plants regularly.

Where to Find Centaurea oranensis

Centaurea oranensis is native to the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to the Middle East.

Centaurea oranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea oranensis?

Centaurea oranensis

What is the common name of Centaurea oranensis?

Oran knapweed

Where is Centaurea oranensis found?

Centaurea oranensis is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Species in the Centaurea genus

Centaurea pseudomaculosa, Centaurea spicata, Centaurea loscosii, Centaurea triniifolia, Centaurea gadorensis, Centaurea messenicolasiana, Centaurea werneri, Centaurea grisebachii, Centaurea noguerensis, Centaurea papposa, Centaurea vermiculigera, Centaurea saxicola, Centaurea linifolia, Centaurea antitauri, Centaurea lactiflora, Centaurea vavilovii, Centaurea aplolepa, Centaurea sphaerocephala, Centaurea integrans, Centaurea ognjanoffii, Centaurea stevenii, Centaurea centauroides, Centaurea pinnata, Centaurea aeolica, Centaurea cankiriensis, Centaurea ebenoides, Centaurea ceratophylla, Centaurea simonkaiana, Centaurea rothmaleriana, Centaurea chalcidicaea, Centaurea pinnatifida, Centaurea nervosa, Centaurea foveolata, Centaurea elbrusensis, Centaurea triumfettii, Centaurea hermanni, Centaurea djebel-amouri, Centaurea chrysantha, Centaurea monticola, Centaurea melitensis, Centaurea affinis, Centaurea kizildaghensis, Centaurea filiformis, Centaurea scillae, Centaurea vatevii, Centaurea sterilis, Centaurea handelii, Centaurea androssovii, Centaurea litardierei, Centaurea oxylepis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-115999: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Mariam V. Agababjan (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Agab.' in the authors string.